Mixed Grain Pilaf

Notes: With characteristic open-mindedness, the West has led the country in experimenting with grains. You can make this nutty pilaf up to 1 day ahead; cover and chill. Reheat, covered, in a microwave oven at full power (100%), stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.

Ingredients

1/3 cup chopped almonds

2 tablespoons butter or margarine

1 onion (1/2 lb.), chopped

2 carrots (1/2 lb. total), chopped

1 clove garlic, minced or pressed

1/3 cup chopped parsley

1/2 cup barley

1/2 cup brown rice

2 3/4 cups beef or chicken broth

1/4 cup dry sherry or water

3/4 teaspoon dried basil

3/4 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 cup bulgur wheat

Salt and pepper

Nutritional Information

Calories 163

Caloriesfromfat 29%

Protein 5.5g

Fat 5.2g

Satfat 1.7g

Carbohydrate 25g

Fiber 4.8g

Sodium 56mg

Cholesterol 6.2mg

Calories 163

Caloriesfromfat 29%

Protein 5.5g

Fat 5.2g

Satfat 1.7g

Carbohydrate 25g

Fiber 4.8g

Sodium 56mg

Cholesterol 6.2mg

How to Make It

Step 1

In a 3- to 4-quart pan, stir nuts often over medium heat until lightly toasted, about 3 minutes; pour from pan.

Step 2

Turn heat to medium-high and add butter, onion, carrots, garlic, and parsley to pan. Stir often until onion is limp, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add barley and rice. Stir often until barley is lightly browned, about 4 minutes.

Step 4

Add broth, sherry, basil, and oregano. Bring to a boil over high heat, then turn heat to low, cover, and simmer 30 minutes. Stir in bulgur, cover, and simmer until grains are tender to bite, about 15 minutes longer.

Step 5

Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour pilaf into a bowl and garnish with toasted nuts.